Chennai, May 19:
fuel prices have risen again across major Indian cities, marking the second increase within a week after oil companies revised retail rates on Monday.
The latest revision of prices follows a Rs 3-per-litre hike announced just days earlier, adding to the burden on consumers already facing high transport and household costs.
In Chennai, petrol became costlier by 82 paise, reaching Rs 104.49 per litre. Diesel rates in the city were raised by 86 paise to Rs 96.11 per litre.
The latest revisions reflect continued upward pressure on retail fuel costs nationwide, with all four metros recording noticeable increases in both petrol and diesel prices.
The repeated revision in a short span signals growing pressure on fuel retailers as global crude markets remain volatile amid escalating tensions in West Asia.